64 attractions in Jaipur (back)

Jaigarh fort built by Maharaja Jaisingh to protect Amer fort has off lately become the best and most popular tourist destination. Highly fortified structure with red sandstone on those humongous walls can leave anyone astonished. This fort is connected to Amer fort by a substream passage which is covered by tourist waking. This half a km walk is abiding reflection of Rajasthan’s culture with folk art and antique shops all along the path. Not just physically these forts are connected historically too.

Its location is in itself a matter of curiosity amongst the visitors as it is located on one of the Aravalli Hills ranges called Chilla ka Tilla or Eagles’ hill. When you look down from the top the hill you can’t help but feel the magnificent glory of Rajput living in the most beautiful place of the city. It has amazing Indo –Persian style architecture whose cyclopean walls with massive courtrooms are everyone’s center of attraction. The moment you lay your focus on them you are bound to get amazed by the effort put behind the making of this evergreen palace.

Just like any other Rajput fort even Jaigarh is full of lawns and gardens which add to its beauty. Screened windows with courtyards and Aaram mandir are something that you can’t miss out.

In order to make a visit to this destination, a wholesome experience two temples Ram Harihar and Kal Bhairav temple are constructed inside which remind you of the faith that these Rajput clad puts have in their heritage. Left to the army gate is a museum which depicts photos of the royalty of Jaipur, stamps and many more artifacts. This was the center of artillery production for Rajputs, hence of Jaivana –world’s largest cannon on the wheels of the early modern era. In a nutshell huge fortified walls, gardens, temples, museum, artillery, etc this place has that all which can make your weekend special.

Jaipur wax museum is yet another attraction was built on the left side at the entrance of Nahargarh fort in support with Department of Archaeology & Museums Jaipur, Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan.

The place earlier was known as Vishram Ghar- Rest House for the soldiers and Shastragar-Artillery, Jaipur wax museum is a brainchild of Mr. Anoop Srivastava the founder Director and inaugurated on December 17, 2016 by Bollywood star Govinda.

The wax museum has more than 35 wax and silicon statues from the field of sports, Bollywood, social activists, freedom fighters, Sawai Ram Singh,Maharaja Jai Singh, Madho Singhi, and Rajmata Maharani Gayatri Devi of Jaipur along with first look-alike robotic tiger, replica of Kohinoor Diamond is a recent attraction,The one of its own kind Sheesh Mahal, the palace of mirrors, a new landmark of Jaipur built in the adjoining building with 25 million glass pieces with thikri, mirror work and gold polish giving a magnificent royal look and feel.

Panna Meena ka Kund Jaipur

This is a famous tourist spot for visitors coming to Jaipur is a must do activity. Historic stepwell & rainwater catchment known for its picturesque symmetrical stairways. It's on the way to Amber Palace, Route Divert Before 5 Km to the Palace.

It is free to visit attraction and no visiting charges.

Elaborate fort built in 1734 in the hills above Jaipur, offering sweeping views of the city. A magnificent defence fort constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh on the edge of Aravalli range. It was never touched by invading forces and hence reclaims its original beauty and elegance. Named after the person whose spirit recked the construction of the fort, it was an essential site for the political agreement between the Maratha forces and the Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh.

A magnificent defence fort built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh on the edge of Aravalli range. It was never touched by invading forces and hence reclaims its original beauty and elegance. Named after the person whose spirit recked the construction of the fort, it was an essential site for the political agreement between the Maratha forces and the Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh.

Amer Fort located in Amer, Rajasthan very close to Jaipur or in outskirts of Jaipur. Amer a small town where fort is located is four square kilometres town and located few kilometres from Jaipur - the Pink City. This fort is great piece of beautiful Architecture. The serene Lake and Hills that surrounds the boundaries of Palace. The architecture of the fort is very well preserved, especially in the mirror hall. An excellent place for history buffs. Great monument of the ancient Indian history. The interesting part of the visiting of the Amber palace is elephant ride from the parking place to the palace. Do not miss its fascinating, gorgeous & amazing hilltop view. Check also the light and sound show at Amber fort. Amer Fort, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the group Hill Forts of Rajasthan along with five other forts. Amber fort is made of red sandstone and marble, the attractive, opulent palace is laid out on four levels, each with a courtyard. Amer fort has four meeting rooms in those days "the Diwan-e-Aam", or "Hall of Public Audience", the Diwan-e-Khas, or "Hall of Private Audience", the Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), or Jai Mandir or "Water Temple", and the Sukh Niwas or "Peaceful place" where a cool climate is artificially created by winds that blow over a water cascade within the palace. This palace, along with Jaigarh Fort, is located immediately above on the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles) of the same Aravalli range of hills. Amer Palace is situated on a forested hill promontory that juts into Maota Lake near the town of Amer. The fort is divided into 6 separate sections each with its own entry gate and courtyard. Suraj Pol (Sun Gate) is the the main entry gate which leads to the first main courtyard.

Amber Fort located in the town of Amer. Fall deeply in love with the beauty of this megalith structure made from red sandstone and marble. It took nearly 100 years to build the fort and consists of several palaces and hence is also Amber Palace. Located above the Hill of Eagles on the Aravalli range, the opulent palace is spread across four courtyards each with elegantly decorated gates such as the Ganesh Gate, Tripolia Gate , and the Lion Gate. Gardens and temples adorn the interiors of these entrances.

This historic temple is dedicated to the monkey god, Lord Hanuman. This temple is located at Laxman Dungri, Natata Mode Delhi Road, Kunda, Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Pandit radhe lal chobe is founder of this temple & it's established in 1961 by Pandit ji. The name khole is because of this temple was surrounded by three mountain so at the time of rainfall major part of water collected at the temple & the collected water looks like hindi word "khole" hence the name becomes khole ke hanumanji.

Situated nearly 15 km from Jaipur city. Reachable by taxi auto or by self vehicle. It has reputation of awarding prayers. Any devotee can arrange social lunch and dinner.

Akshardham or Swaminarayan Akshardham complex is a Hindu temple, in Jaipur, India. Also referred to as Akshardham Temple or Swaminarayan Akshardham, the complex displays millennia of traditional Hindu and Indian culture, spirituality, and architecture.

Inspired by Yogiji Maharaj and created by Pramukh Swami Maharaj, it was constructed by BAPS.The temple was officially opened on 6 November 2005 by Pramukh Swami Maharaj in the presence of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Manmohan Singh, L.K Advani and B.L Joshi. The temple, at the centre of the complex, was built according to the Vastu shastra and Pancharatra shastra. In Akshardham Delhi, similar to its predecessor Akshardham Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the main shrine is the focal point and maintains the central position of the entire complex.

There are various exhibition halls which provide information about the life and work of Swaminarayan. The designers of the complex have adopted contemporary modes of communication and technology to create the various exhibition halls.

The complex features an Abhisheka Mandap, Sahaj Anand water show, a thematic garden and three exhibitions namely Sahajanand Darshan (Hall of Values), Neelkanth Darshan (an IMAX film on the early life of Swaminarayan as the teenage yogi, Neelkanth), and Sanskruti Darshan (cultural boat ride). According to Swaminarayan Hinduism, the word Akshardham means the abode of almighty Lord Swaminarayan and believed by followers as a temporal home of God on earth.

This temple is located at Vidyut Nagar Vaishali Nagar, Chitrakoot, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302021.

DARSHAN TIMINGS

Open 07:30 – 10:15 am

Closed for Rajbhog Thal 10:15 – 11:15 am

Open 11:15 – 12:00 noon

Closed 12:00 – 04:00 pm

Open 04:00 – 06:00 pm

Closed for Thal 06:00 – 07:00 pm

Open 07:00 – 08:15 pm

Mangla Arti 6.00 am

Shangar Arti 7.30 am

Rajbhog Arti 11.15 am

Sandhya Arti 7.00 am

Shayan Arti 8.00 am

Jantar Mantar, built by the renowned astronomer and King, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh. A UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1734, it holds the largest stone sundial in the world. The name Jantar Mantar translates means ‘Calculating Instrument’ in English, it studied the three ancient celestial coordinate systems out of the five existing coordinate systems. There are a total of 19 astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar which were used to study, calculate and measure the elements of time, distance and eclipses of celestial bodies.

Jawahar Circle is a garden situated in Jaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, built by the Jaipur Development Authority.  It is situated along Malviya Nagar near Sanganer Airport on Jawaharlal Nehru Marg.

The diameter of the circle is 452 m and the circumference measures 1420 m. This park was fully developed by JDA (Jaipur Development Authority), and is one of Jaipur's favorite leisure places. There are multiple concentric tracks in the park. It is surrounded by Rose Gardens.

A number of attractive features like musical fountains, modern play equipment, jogging tracks are being added to it. JDA has spent 170 lacs for the development of this circle. The money has been judiciously spent on jogging tracks, walkways, parking, landscaping, benches and a musical fountain.

The Fountain has been installed in a water-body in the center of the park. Every evening at 7 pm a show is held for 30 minutes, when the water sprays dance to the music & are illuminated by colored lights all adding up to a rare experience. Taking a hint from the Si-Fi world they even show music video’s on a wall of spray. And after the show you can have some chaat or Saras Lassi or Custard Kulfi in the Chaat Bazaar.

Radius of the water body is 47 m. There are 290 effects. Height of the fountain is 25 m. Water screen size is 27 m wide by 9 m height. There are 316 colored lights. The video projector is 15,000 lumens.

A fact worth appreciating here is that Rajasthan is a desert state and to maintain such big gardens & fountains with drinking water would be foolhardy so the government is using re-cycled water which though safe for the garden & the fountain is definitely not safe for drinking or for bathing with. So it is a good idea to stay away from the water in the fountain.

Built-in 1887, the Albert Hall Museum is one of the significant attractions in Jaipur. Located in the Ram Niwas Garden, it was a brainchild of British designer and architect Samuel Swinton Jacob. With the assistance of Mir Tujumool Hoosein, Jacob succeeded in giving the structure an Indo-Saracenic touch. Initially built as a town hall, it was later turned into a museum. Maharaja Ram Singh named it as Albert Museum to honor the then Princes of Wales, Albert Edward who was visiting at that time. The museum houses a rich collection of artifacts including paintings, jewelry, carpets, metal sculptures, and crystal works and coins from the Gupta, Kushan, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal and British periods. A very popular attraction of the museum is a very old Egyptian Mummy. With a grand collection of artifacts spread across 16 galleries, the museum is not only beautiful from the inside but also far more splendid on the outside. In the evening, the entire structure is deemed in yellow light which makes it look like gold. A paradise for history fanatics, the museum is apt enough to blow anyone's mind.

Also known as the Government Central Museum, the Albert Hall Museum is the oldest place of an exhibition in the state of Rajasthan. Opened in 1887, the institution is home to multiple galleries showcasing artifacts collected from all across the world. A large compilation of ancient objects ranging from coins, jewels, paintings, furniture, and much more adorn the galleries of the museum. Surrounded by serene gardens, it is located in the Ram Niwas Garden of Jaipur City.

Made with red and pink sandstone, it was built in 1799 by Maharaja Swari Pratap Singh. A unique structure designed by Lal Chand Ustad, it is a five-storeyed monument which is and extended palace complex with front elevation to make to look beautifully studded. Situated in Badi Chaupad, it has arched roofs, pink windows and several temples which the Maharaj used to worship. The Vichitra Mandir, the Prakash Mandir, the Hawa Mandir and the Ratan Mandir are a few magnificently built temples which provide a spectacular view of Jaipur. Consisting of 953 small windows also known as Jharokhas, its exterior resembles that of a honeycomb hive. A fifty feet high structure, it is the fusion of Rajput and the Mughal style architecture. Designed with the Venturi effect to keep the interior cool during high temperatures, various fountains and colourful marble work adorn the interiors of the Mahal.

‘Hawa Mahal’ or the Palace of Winds. Representing the crown of Lord Krishna, the building was constructed so the royal women could watch the royal processions and everyday life without being seen. Consisting of 953 small windows also known as Jharokhas, its exterior resembles that of a honeycomb hive. A fifty feet high structure, it is the fusion of Rajput and the Mughal style architecture. Designed with the Venturi effect to keep the interior cool during high temperatures, various fountains and colourful marble work adorn the interiors of the Mahal.

City Palace is in the heart of Jaipur, which is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. A perfect spot for enthusiasts and photographers, it has various gates which represent various seasons, gods and goddesses. Its gates (pols) namely Uday Pol, Virendra Pol , and Tripolia act as the three entry gates of the palace. The large palace complex houses prominent other buildings such as Sabha Niwas (Diwan-e-Aam) - the hall of audiences with splendid interiors of carved columns, Sarvato Bhadra (Diwan-e-Khas) which holds the Guinness World Record for World’s Largest Silver Sterling Vessel, the Pritam Niwas Chowk representing various god and goddesses for respective gates and the Palace complex of Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal as well as the Clock Tower.

Ram Niwas Garden is a garden situated in Jaipur city in Indian state of Rajasthan, built by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh of Jaipur in 1868.

The historical garden is located in the heart of the city and covers an area of 33 acres (130,000 m2), and was built by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh in 1868.

Within the garden which originally spread over 76 acres (310,000 m2) in early 20th century is the Albert Hall Museum (now known as Central Museum), named after King Edward VII (Albert Edward), during whose visit to the city as the Prince of Wales, its foundation stone was laid on 6 February 1876.

Apart from that it also has a bird park, the Zoo, Ravindra Rang Manch Theatre, art gallery, exhibition ground, gymnasium and several cafes and picnic spots are housed in the garden.

Ornate Hindu temple within the City Palace complex, it is devoted to Lord Krishna. According to the legend, the idol of Lord Krishna here looks exactly like that of his incarnation on earth. It is believed to be made by the Great Grand Son of Lord Krishna name Brajanabh. One of the most religiously significant places related to Lord Krishna is one of the seven temples of the Thakur of Vrindavan. Quite popular for its seven types of aarti in a single day, thousands of pilgrims visit the temple every day while the number rises during the Janamashtami festival. The seven aartis include Mangla, Dhoop, Shringar, Rajbhog, Gwal, Sandhya and finally Shayan. For more than 400 years the shrine is well preserved, with a blend of Indian and Mughal architecture. The temples are prominently surrounded by lush gardens and houses intricate paintings portraying Hindu Mythology.

Built by Mehtab Chandra Golcha, Raj Mandir is place to provide audience with royal experience along with watching cinema. The interiors of the cinema are quite similar to that of a palace which gives off the aura of nobility. The seat assortment of Raj Mandir is divided in unique categories like Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Pearl according to the preference of the audience.

Golf is a renowned sport played extensively across various prominent golf clubs of Jaipur.

Enjoy playing Golf at renowned club in Jaipur. Witness the vast lushful golf parks and have a great time.

Built within the regions of the Aravalli mountain range, the Galtaji Temple is an ancient Hindu pilgrimage in the state of Rajasthan. A 16th century structure, it was built by Diwan Rao Kriparam, a courtier of Maharaja Jai Singh II. Known for its secret tanks (kunds), pilgrims visit the place to take a holy dip as it is believed to be auspicious. The place is famous for number of monkeys occupying the temple hence is also called as Monkey Temple.

A part of one of the several temples built by the Birla family, the Birla Temple of Jaipur is an iconic structure adding to the exotic landmarks of Jaipur. Built in 1988, this temple is the center of religious and ethnic secularism. While the main shrine of Laxmi Narayan houses the central part of the temples, the other sides are lined with sculptures of Buddha, Zarathustra and Christ. Made entirely out of white marble, this magnificient landmark is a always full of visitors.

Shop for traditional fabrics, outfits, accessories, footwear and much more in the marketplaces Zaveri Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and Badi Chaupar.

Experience the gist of thrill and royalty together as you ride a hot air balloon in Jaipur. Fly over the magnificent forts, palaces and majestic monuments in and around the Pink City. This fascinating bird's eye view will give you spellbinding memories. Scan the scenic landscape overlooking the Aravalli hills and make the most of this moment.